Welcome to Cycle Sessions, a new series featuring real voices navigating the lived experience of reproductive health.
I’m Kate, certified Fertility Awareness Educator, and I believe that individual stories can help us honor the nuance and complexity behind diagnoses.
Each episode, I sit down with someone navigating a cycle and fertility challenge. They’ll tell you what it’s really like, from symptoms and appointments to moments of clarity.
Whether you’re experiencing your own challenges, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand what patients go through beyond the clinical picture, you’re in the right place.
Today, we’re talking with an individual who we will call “Ella,” a bodyworker and artist in NYC, about her experience with cervical dysplasia.
KEY MOMENTS INCLUDE:
1:43 - Ella’s first abnormal paps, colposcopy, and LEEP procedure
7:00 - Coming deeper into understanding the womb during this time
11:01 - First biopsy results
12:23 - Ella’s realizations during this time
19:10 - Addressing the vaginal microbiome
21:28 - Results from the second LEEP
24:20 - Ella takes matters into her own hands
33:39 - Results from the third LEEP procedure
The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The experiences and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not constitute medical guidance. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider who can evaluate your specific circumstances and provide personalized medical advice.
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All content is provided for general informational purposes only. It not medical advice, and should not be construed as such.
Every individual’s health situation is unique. If you are experiencing reproductive health concerns, please consult with a qualified healthcare provider who can evaluate your specific circumstances and provide personalized medical advice.
